🥗 Greek Salad Bowl
🍽️ Description:
The Greek Salad Bowl is a Mediterranean classic that bursts with fresh flavors and vibrant colors. Juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber slices, tangy red onion, briny olives, and creamy feta cheese come together in a zesty olive oil and oregano dressing. Simple, wholesome, and incredibly refreshing, this salad is the perfect side or light lunch — served chilled and bursting with goodness.
🛒 Ingredients:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced into half-moons
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- 1/4 cup green olives, pitted
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, cut into cubes or crumbled
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- (Optional): Fresh parsley or mint for garnish
🍳 Instructions:
- Prep your veggies:
Wash and slice the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Pit and halve the olives if needed. - Assemble the salad:
In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta. - Dress it up:
Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle oregano, and season with salt and pepper to taste. - Toss & chill:
Gently toss until everything is coated evenly. Chill for at least 10–15 minutes before serving for best flavor. - Serve:
Garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve on its own or as a side to grilled meat, pita, or falafel!
🍽️ Servings:
2–3 servings as a main, or 4–5 servings as a side salad
🔍 Nutritional Info (Per Side Serving):
- Calories: ~180
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: ~400mg
Note: Based on standard feta and olives; adjust for sodium-sensitive diets.
✅ Benefits:
- Rich in antioxidants – From tomatoes, cucumbers, and olive oil.
- Heart-healthy fats – Thanks to olive oil and olives.
- Low-carb & gluten-free – Great for many diets.
- Hydrating – High water content vegetables help keep you cool and refreshed.
- Quick & easy – 10 minutes to prep and go!
💡 Tips & Notes:
- Use block feta for the best flavor and texture — cube it instead of using crumbles if you want a more traditional Greek vibe.
- Red wine vinegar or lemon juice can be added for extra zing.
- Marinate the onions in lemon juice for 5 mins if you find them too sharp.
- Chill before serving to really let the flavors meld.
- Want a heartier meal? Serve with grilled chicken, shrimp, or falafel.
❓ Q&A:
Q: Can I make this salad ahead of time?
A: Yes, but keep the dressing separate until just before serving to keep everything crisp.
Q: Is this salad vegan?
A: No, because of the feta cheese. But you can easily make it vegan by using plant-based feta or omitting it entirely.
Q: What other herbs go well with this?
A: Fresh dill, parsley, mint, or basil can add lovely herbal notes.
Q: Can I use other types of olives?
A: Definitely! Any briny olive (like Castelvetrano or black olives) will work well — just use what you love.
Craving a version with grains like quinoa or orzo? Or want to turn it into a wrap or power bowl? Just say the word and I’ll customize it for you!